Does 1,4-benzoquinone have antibacterial activity?
Apr 29，2026
Yes. Previous studies have reported the isolation of a blue 1,4-benzoquinone from the venom of the Mexican scorpion Diplocentrus melici. It has been demonstrated to be a potent compound with significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Furthermore, it exhibits antibacterial activity against other pathogens, including the the priority pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii.
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